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20 Years of Commitment to Memory and Aging Research

For the past two decades, The Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (MADRC) has been contributing to the expanding knowledge on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.  Research is key to finding a cure and helping the millions of people already affected.  The MADRC continues to conduct research on brain imaging, observational studies and clinical drug trials.  Volunteers needed.

UPDATE: MADRC is now accepting applications for

Pilot Projects

UPDATE: MADRC is now recruiting for clinical drug trials


Special Thanks

The MADRC wishes to thank our wonderful speakers, community partners and audience members for contributing to the success of the MADRC Community Appreciation Conference.

Presentation slides are available below:

Opening Remarks
Sid Gilman, M.D., F.R.C.P., Director, MADRC

“NACC:  Leveraging Resources for Optimum Outcomes”
Walter Kukull, Ph.D., Director, National Alzheimer’s Coordinating Center (NACC), University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Alzheimer's Association
Harry Johns, President and CEO, Alzheimer's Association, Chicago, IL

“Recognizing and Managing Caregiver Burden”
Cathleen Connell, Ph.D., Director, Education Core, MADRC

“New Insights into the Causes of Dementia“
Hank Paulson, M.D. Ph.D., Associate Director, MADRC

“Trends in Dementia Research:  Past, Present & Future”
John Morris, M.D., Director, ADRC, Center for Aging and MAP, Washington
University, St. Louis